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Shanghai Port vs Shanghai Shenhua: Match Prediction for the Chinese Cup
Once again this season, fierce rivals Shanghai Port and Shanghai Shenhua will face off. Led by Leonid Slutsky, the team has not lost in any of their three encounters this year and is determined to put forth maximum effort to reach the final of the Chinese Cup. Our prediction will provide insights into how events may unfold on the field on September 25 and which specific bets to consider.
Command Analysis
Shanghai Port
ChinaCurrent Form
Shanghai Port is having an outstanding season in the Super League, currently sitting at the top of the table with only one loss in 26 matches. However, they are struggling to build a significant lead over Shenhua, with just a two-point difference between the teams. Their success is largely attributed to a powerful attack, averaging 3.4 goals scored against opponents. In the previous round of the Cup, they faced no issues defeating Tianjin Tigers 3-0.
Suspensions and Injuries
There are no issues with the squad.
Betting Trends
- In four of their last five matches, Shanghai Port emerged victorious in the first half
- At least three goals have been scored in four of the team's last five games
Shanghai Shenhua
ChinaCurrent Form
Shanghai Shenhua is putting up a strong fight against their Super League opponent today, and they are succeeding so far. Under the guidance of Leonid Slutsky, they trail Port by just two points and have suffered only one loss in 26 matches. In contrast to their fierce rivals, Slutsky's team emphasizes a solid defensive strategy, having conceded only 16 goals, the best record in the league. Notably, Shenhua has extended their winning streak to six matches, confidently defeating the tough South Korean side Pohang Steelers 4-1 in the Asian Champions League and managing a solid 2-1 victory over Beijing Guoan in the quarter-finals of the national cup.
Injuries and Suspensions
The team has no issues with player availability.
Interesting Betting Trends
- In the last nine matches, Shanghai Shenhua has scored at least two goals
- In four of the last five matches, the team has led at halftime
Trends
Bet «Shanghai Shenhua» will not score in the first half
In the last five encounters, «Shanghai Shenhua» failed to score in the opening 45 minutes
1.41Bet First half: total under 1.5 goals
This bet has succeeded in the last three direct encounters
1.70Bet Correct score 1:1
This score occurred in three out of the last six matches between the teams
6.80Tip and bets
In three head-to-head matches this season, Leonid Slutsky's team has not lost to their main rival. We believe this streak will continue today. Shanghai Shenhua has built impressive momentum, winning six consecutive matches and is poised to capitalize on any defensive lapses by the opponents. We think the bookmakers may be slightly overestimating the home team's chances.
Our prediction is that Shanghai Shenhua will not lose with odds of 2.08.
Total Bet
In two out of three encounters this season, fewer than three goals have been scored. Leonid Slutsky knows how to tactically structure the game to contain a powerful opponent's attack.
Our second bet is under 3.5 total goals with a line of 1.69.
First Half Bet
Notably, in two out of three prior meetings, neither team has managed to gain the upper hand by halftime. We believe that today the key moments will unfold after the break.
Prediction - draw in the first half with a line of 2.63.
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